Holiday Happenings - Autumn 2022

AUTUMN EDITION 2022 School Holiday Activities Directory

YOUR GUIDE TO FUN AMUSEMENTS & FUN Next Gen Kids Parties 5 Power Kart Raceway 5 Tuff Nutterz 4 ART, CRAFT & PHOTOGRAPHY ACT Embroiderers’ Guild 10 artKids Canberra 9 Creative Catalyst Art Workshops 7 Lavender Art Studios 6 Maker2Market Experience 10 PhotoAccess 8 Radio Rookies 10 studioMAP 9 AT HOME HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Hatching Chicks 11 CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE Pied Piper Productions 11 COOKING Nutrition Australia ACT 12 EDUCATION Geoscience Australia 12 HELP FOR FAMILIES Orthodontics Canberra 13 Smiley’s Little Lunch Boxes 13

LOCAL PLACES OF INTEREST National Arboretum Canberra 18 National Archives of Australia 16 National Capital Exhibition 15 National Museum of Australia 17 National Portrait Gallery 14 St John’s Schoolhouse Museum 18 MUSIC Mojo Guitar Teachers 19 PERFORMING ARTS Canberra Circus Festival 24 Dance Central 19 Drama Stars Academy 25 Honest Puck Theatre 21 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 20 Perform Australia 22 & 23 Playbase 25 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Active Gamers Australia 36 Aeon Academy 28 Bricks 4 Kidz Canberra 35 Canberra Yacht Club 26 & 27 Coding and Minecraft 37 Coerver Coaching ACT 31 Communities at Work 29 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 30

YOUR GUIDE TO FUN SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

SPORTS - MARTIAL ARTS Kulture Break Autumn Holiday Program 32 Canberra Aikido 45 Looking For Gamers 36 Next Gen Holiday Active 38 SPORTS - MULTI SPORTS Playbase 37 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 46 St John’s Schoolhouse Museum 38 SPORTS - NETBALL Tuff Nutterz 31 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports refer to page 40 Vala Adventures 34 Warehouse Circus 33 SPORTS - SOCCER Coerver Coaching ACT refer to page 31 SPORTS - AFL Kids Biz Holidays & Sports refer to page 46 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 40 SPORTS - TENNIS SPORTS - BASKETBALL Get Set Tennis 48 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports refer to page 46 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 49 Rising Star Tennis Academy 48 SPORTS - GOLF Leigh Hunter Golf 41 Tennis World 47 SPORTS - GYMNASTICS Canberra City Gymnastics Club 43 Southern Canberra Gymnastics Club 42 SPORTS - SKATE & SCOOTERING Playbase 43 SPORTS - HORSE RIDING Gooromon Park 44

Disclaimer: This Directory is copyright & reproduction in whole or in part without the express written permission of the publisher is not permitted. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the information in this publication is as accurate as possible, HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS™ takes no responsibility for any errors, omissions or mistakes & we specifically deny any liability whatsoever for any damages resulting to any individual or group or organisation resulting from errors, omissions or mistakes. All information has been supplied by individual groups & services providers & no guarantee can be given to it’s accuracy as all details maybe subject to change. Inclusion of a service does not imply endorsement or recommendation and Holiday Happenings deny any liability for damages resulting in participation or use of any service found in the this publication.

Published by K Price & N M Price

AMUSEMENTS & FUN

School holidays Fun!

9th - 25th of April From 9:00Am - 5:00Pm Parkes Pl E, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia More info and tickets at: www.tuffnutterz.com

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Next Gen Kids Parties

Throw your kids next party at Next Gen

Cost: From $27 per child (min. 12 children) Party Themes: Dinosaur, Circus, Princess, Jungle & Under the Sea All party packages include: Party host, Catering, Invitations & Decorations Party times: Saturday’s Please Email: Brooke.Downie@nextgenclubs.com.au 5

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Creative Catalyst Visual Arts

Your child will spend a day creating their very own masterpiece and learning new skills in these exciting, artist-led workshops across a range of mediums including Painting, Ceramics, Mixed Media, Sculpture & Printmaking.

Ages 7 - 16

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PICTURE YOUR WORLD PhotoAccess Autumn Workshops Beginners Digital Photography Workshop

11th and 12th April 2022 $230 Guided by an expert tutor, kids will learn the very basics of digital photography, from capturing images to mastering editing with Adobe software. All equipment will be provided. Suitable for 10-16 years.

Stop Motion Animation

19th and 20th April 2022 $295 Join animator duo Eleanor and Giovanni for a two day workshop learning how to create your own stop motion films! You'll use your own smartphone or tablet to master the basics and explore the principles of animation. Suitable for 9-13 years.

National Zoo Safari Scrapbooks

21st and 22nd April 2022 $345 Fancy yourself as a wildlife photographer? Come along to the National Zoo & Aquarium for a day of animal photography, followed by a day-long safari scrapbook making workshop using your images to take home. The fee includes Zoo entry ticket. Suitable for 10-15 years.

All PhotoAccess workshops are run in line with COVID-19 public health protocols.

Enrol online at www.photoaccess.org.au/workshops/classes Manuka Arts Centre, Griffith ACT, 02 6295 7810 @photoaccess_inc facebook.com/photoaccess PhotoAccess is supported by ACT Government through artsACT and the Australia Council’s Visual Arts and Crafts Strategy.

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For students aged 7 and up Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd April Morning 9am-12:30pm & Afternoon 1:30-5pm BYO morning or afternoon tea If attending full day BYO lunch. $40 per half day, $75 full day includes materials Held at 100 Maitland St, Hackett Enquiries: embroideryactYS@gmail.com

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Link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/radio-rookies-learn-podcasting-in-3-days-school-holiday10 program-tickets-274521018757

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Witness a clutch of eggs hatching and enjoy looking after the brood for the next 10 days!

BOOK TODAY!

www.hatchingchicks.com.au

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CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE

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Project Dinnertime Junior Join our fun and healthy cooking program where you will cook, eat and enjoy a delicious morning tea and lunch each day.

Half day classes from 9am to 12noon

Ages 8-12

Week 1: Monday 11 April to Thursday 14 April Week 2: Tuesday 19 April to Friday 22 April Location: Nutrition Australia's Food Skills Kitchen at the Chifley Health Hub For more information, menu and bookings, visit www.trybooking.com/BWWNI

$65 per day or $220 for the week www.projectdinnertime.org

Ph: 6162 2583 E: info@act.nutritionaustralia.org

EDUCATION

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HELP FOR FAMILIES

DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR!

$8.00 Flat Delivery Fee, meals from as little as $9.90 each.

WWW.SMILEYSBURGERS.COM.AU

Orthodontics Canberra Specialised Orthodontic care for all ages

Woden 1st Floor, Gadal Chambers 48 Corinna Street Ph: 6282 3055 No referral required

Tuggeranong 1 Cowlishaw Street Ph: 6293 2050

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holiday fun FOR CURIOUS KIDS THE OLD CURIOSITY BOX

ITTY BITTY CITY Kids learn to make little buildings, mini monuments and even tiny trees for their very own Itty Bitty City.

Would your kids know a ‘candle snuffer’ if they saw one? What would they make of a ‘shoe last’?

Ages 7+ Places are limited.

Book now!

Step back in time with a trip to Blundells Cottage. Discover our old curiosity box and the mysterious objects inside!

Friday 22 April 2022 10:30am - 12:30pm National Capital Exhibition, Regatta Point

Every weekend from 9 April to 1 May 2022 Any time between 10am - 2pm Blundells Cottage, Kings Park

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Draw, design and explore!

Register for our hands-on holiday program. All sessions include a tour of Marion: the other Griffin exhibition.

Draw and explore: 11–14 April

Find out more:

Participate in a drawing activity inspired by native trees, Canberra region buildings, parks and the lake. Hosted by Canberra contemporary artist Dr Genevieve Swifte.

10 to 11:30am $5, Members Free

Storytime and design: 22 April Learn about Canberra and its amazing buildings. Design your very own building to take home.

10:30 to 11:30am Free

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National Archives of Australia

Kings Avenue / Parkes ACT

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nma.gov.au Open 9am–5pm daily (closed Christmas Day) Acton Peninsula, Canberra | Freecall 1800 026 132

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LOCAL PLACES OF INTEREST Autumn School Holiday Program Bookings and information nationalarboretum.act.gov.au MUSHROOMS & MINI-BEASTS

stitution Avenue, Reid

19 & 20 April

Book

Discover the amazing variety of creatures, plants and fungi that grow within the 100 year old forest

5-7 yrs

WEAVING THE BUSH STORY

Book

13, 20 & 27 April

Explore the native bushland and learn to weave with native reeds and plants

WINDING WREATHS

13 & 20 April

ges to visit Canberra’s first Schoolhouse, which

6-12 yrs $10 Book 6-12 yrs

Create a one of a kind wreath using natural resources from country

OVID lockdown, followed by the adjacent NATURE PLAY car DAY park 14 & 21 April This full day program will get the kids outdoors for ounce the Schoolhouse’s re-opening in 2022.

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9 - 25 April

Collect clues and a map and go on a letter search throughout the forests and gardens

m-12pm; Saturday and Sunday: 2-4pm

Families $5

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Guitar and Drum Tuition At your home or from our studios at Dairy Road 0431 550 005 lessons@mojoguitarteachers.com

Let's Get Playing!

PERFORMING ARTS

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ACT JUNIOR DANCE CLASSES

Street Funk, Hip Hop & Contemporary Dance

One of Canberra's Most Popular & Respected Holiday Programs.

We have trained and enthusiastic instructors, fantastic facilities and a creative program designed to develop your child’s skills and confidence.

Full Day & Weekly Attendance Options

Venues: Alfred Deakin High School, DEAKIN Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN Melrose High School, PEARCE Ages: Kindergarten to Year 6 Dates: Monday 11th – Thursday 14th April 2022 Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd April 2022 Closed Friday 15th – Monday 18th April

Sessions improve fitness, flexibility and coordination - building skills & confidence! Children create & learn routines supported by our expert instructors to develop & improve at their own pace.

Full day attendance includes daily excursion or major activity at no extra cost!

Positions can fill quickly so book early!

www.kidsbizholidays.com.au

Visit our website for everything you need to know about: excursions, program details, enrolment forms, CCS fee reductions admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au

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Anastasia Krupnik A play by Lois Lowry and Meryl Friedman Directed by James Scott

Performance dates:

LIVE ON STAGE Based on the book of the same name, the play Anastasia Krupnik tells the story of a sassy 10-year-old with an offbeat sense of humour.

Theatre:

Perform Australia 11 Whyalla St, Fyshwick

20 April

2:00 pm

21 April

2:00 pm

22 April

7:00 pm

23 April

2:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Suitable for ages 6-14

Bookings: www.honestpuck.com.au An Amateur Production By Arrangement With Origin Theatrical on behalf of the Rights Holder.

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HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

SPY SCHOOL FOR AGES 7-12

Your secret mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join Perform Australia’s spy-themed three-day drama workshop!

11th - 13th APRIL , FYSHWICK

SHAKESPEARE FOR AGES 12-17 You’ll explore Shakespeare in a one-day whirlwind in this acting workshop for teens – plus perform a scene at the end of the day.

19th APRIL , FYSHWICK Book online: www.perform.edu.au/holiday-programs

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OUR NEXT MUSICAL ...

Adventures of a Comic Book Artist Book and Lyrics by Pat Lederson Music by Wendy Woolf

Stanley is a janitor at Wonder Comics – but his real dream is to be a comic book artist, and for the boss to see his work. One day, his characters come alive on the printed page…

Join our cast- sing, dance, and act in the show!

Enrol online now!

JOIN THE FUN! www.perform.edu.au/comic-book

ACTING CLASSES Enrol now for Term 2 - 2022!

Acting classes for kids and teens right around Canberra and Queanbeyan.

We'll have so much fun!

www.perform.edu.au

1300 908 905

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Play Base

SPORTS PROGRAMS

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O’Halloran Cct, KAMBAH Namadgi School

• Hip Hop Dance • Skate ‘n Scoot • Multi-Sport Program Come along for plenty of skills, thrills and fun! Learn from some of Canberra’s best sports coaches and hip hop dancers at Playbase!

11 - 22 April 2022 (excluding weekends and public holidays) • 8am-12:30pm • Ages 5-16 $55 for the morning sports session OR $85 full day (until 6pm) including afternoon excursion/activity

0449 255 651 • www.play-base.com.au • info@play-base.com.au

Drama Stars Academy - Holiday Drama Program

“A PLAY IN A DAY”

Create your own play or use one of our many scripts.

Perform on our stage with professional lighting.

Hundreds of props and costumes available. Limited places.

Where: Our fantastic new Studio/Theatre at Unit 2, 6 Dacre St. Mitchell.

Dates: Mon 11/4, Wed 13/4, Wed 20/4, Fri 22/4

Time: 9am - 5pm Cost: $88 per day Bookings through our website: www.dramastarsacademy.com

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Canberra Yacht Club Tackers Holiday Sailing Program Tackers is an Australian Sailing accredited program aimed at getting kids aged 7-11 sailing.

Each program includes: tuition from qualified AS Instructors and Assistant Instructors.

Fun on and off the water, games and certificate.

7-11 yrs old

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Canberra Yacht Club School Holiday Sailing Program

12-17 yrs old

Have fun and learn to sail at Canberra’s premier sailing school Times/dates for both age groups: 8.45am-4pm

Kids # 10 4 Day Monday 11th - Thursday 14th April Kids # 11 4 Day Tuesday 19th - Friday 22nd April

Book early to avoid disappointment

4 Day courses: $440 or $420 for Southern Cross Club members For bookings and payments go to canberrayc.com or call 6273 4777 PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY CANBERRA SOUTHERN CROSS CLUB

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Canberra’s Premier Holiday Programs GUNGAHLIN ~ PEARCE ~ DEAKIN Visit us online for: program information, bookings, excursions, sports and activity sessions, CCS fee reductions and much more.

Morning Programs: Art’n’Craft, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Golf,

Soccer, Tennis - Choose a favourite or try something different every day!

Venues: Alfred Deakin High School, DEAKIN Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN Melrose High School, PEARCE

Ages: Dates:

Kindergarten to Year 6 Monday 11th – Thursday 14th April 2022 Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd April 2022 Closed Friday 15th – Monday 18th April

Afternoon Excursions & Major Activities – at no extra cost!

Limelight Cinemas, Giant Jumping Castles, iPlay Games Arcade, Bubble Soccer, Virtual Reality, Ten-pin Bowling, National Zoo & Aquarium and more!

If you’re looking for an action-packed program with: Experienced Staff, Daily Excursions & Major Activities, Coaching Sessions & Extensive Facilities

Now is the time to try Kids Biz! Full Day or Weekly

attendance options available!

www.kidsbizholidays.com.au Don’t settle for any old program – Come and try the best!

admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au 0439 927 053

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WHEN: MONDAY 11 APRIL - THURSDAY 14 APRIL TIMES: 9:00AM - 12:00PM EACH DAY LOCATION: UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA (NORTHSIDE) & TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (SOUTHSIDE) REGISTER NOW:

coerveract.com.au/holiday-camps admin@coerveract.com.au 0422 420 383

School holidays Fun! 9th - 25th of April From 9:00Am - 5:00Pm

Parkes Pl E, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia

More info and tickets at: www.tuffnutterz.com

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AUTUMN HOLIDAY PROGRAM

4 Day School Holiday Program 11 April - 14 April 2022 7-13 year-olds REGISTER BY 1st APRIL 2022 Dance Classes for Beginner/Intermediate Children Nerf Wars Autumn Scavenger Hunt through Tuggeranong Park Zoo & Aquarium Excursion T-Shirt Designing Disney and Netflix Trivia Game

Register by: EMAIL: admin@kulturebreak.com PHONE: 02 6296 3265 ONLINE: https://kulturebreak.com/ dance-music-classes/holiday-programs

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this school holidays Learn to flip, fly, juggle, and more with Canberra's one and only youth circus!

Scan here to enrol

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Vala Adventures

Fantasy, Legend, History, Literature.

Full-day Adventures your child will never forget! Playing a character in a collaborative tale, they’ll experience a unique blend of storytelling, tabletop roleplaying & live-action physical games.

A one-of-a-kind program.

Ages 7 - 16

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Active Gamers

CC y subsid le b a il Supervised holiday programs with AFL ACT a av

and ANU Sport. Featuring teambuilding via video games and e-sports, trainer led fun fitness sessions, healthy eating and responsible gaming education. Approved childcare provider. All day program.

2, 3 & 5 day registrations.

Ages: 9 - 14

COV

Programs located at Woden & ANU

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Canberra’s BEST Excursions

O’Halloran Cct, KAMBAH Namadgi School

Activities:

FUN Excursions:

Sports Programs:

Arts & Craft, board games, Xbox, Wii, group games, music, play equipment, and more!

Movies, Inflatable World, Let’s Play, Indoor Playground, Laser Tag, KIDZplore, and much more!

The Multi-Sports Program, Skate ‘n Scoot, and Hip Hop Dance - skills, thrills and fun!

These holidays: 11 - 22 April 2022 (excluding weekends and public holidays) Times: 8am-6pm (Morning session 8am-12.30pm) Pricing: $85/day (includes excursion) OR $55/half day (morning or afternoon). Childcare Subsidy Available.

Ages 5-16 0449 255 651 • www.play-base.com.au • info@play-base.com.au

- Minecraft Games, Ages 7+, - Minecraft Modding, Ages 8+, Space is Limited www.blockcrafters.com.au/events Questions? 0432 884 436

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Holiday Active Wk 1: 11th - 14th April

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JUNIOR AFL & NETBALL CLINICS

Ages: Kindergarten – Year 6

AT THREE GREAT LOCATIONS!

DEAKIN GUNGAHLIN PEARCE

11 – 14 April

AFL AFL NETBALL

19 – 22 April

NETBALL NETBALL AFL

Professional and enthusiastic coaches are on hand to develop your child’s skills and confidence, regardless of their age or experience.

Don’t settle for any old program, come and try Canberra’s most comprehensive and rewarding vacation care for the all-inclusive holiday experience.

admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au

For everything you need to know please visit our website:

www.kidsbizholidays.com.au

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SPORTS - GOLF Be part of Australia’s most comprehensive school holiday and term based golf program.

When: 11th - 14th April / 19th - 22nd April Where: RMC Golf Course Half Day Program

Age: 6 - 12yrs Time: 8.30 - 1pm Cost: $45/day

Full Day Program www.juniorgolfaus.com.au

Age: 6 - 12yrs Time: 8.30 - 5pm Cost: $80/day or $320 5 days

Leigh Hunter PGA Professional also offers the following teaching services at RMC Golf Club;

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Ladies weekday classes Seniors weekday classes Daylight saving classes On course lessons

You can also create your own class with a group of your friends.

If you’d like an individual adult or child lesson, I can accommodate that as well.

Contact Leigh for bookings:

hunterleigh30@gmail.com 0404 851 679

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Canberra City Gymnastics Club’s April Holiday Program Week 1 : 11th - 14th April Week 2 : 19th - 22th April 8.30am - 5.30pm

$85 (1 day), $166 (2 days), $240 (3 days) $312 (4 days), $75 (per day for 5+ days) Plus $60 Gymnastics ACT Registration & Insurance and CCGC Building & Equipment Fund fees for 2022 if not already paid

Morning/Afternoon Tea Provided BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Taken from Tues 15th March Forms and conditions at www.canberracity.gymnastics.org.au

Ph: 6251 1131

Email: office@canberracity.org.au

196 Mouat Street, Lyneham

85 Chandler St, Belconnen

SPORTS - SKATE & SCOOTERING

Play Base

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SKATE 'N SCOOT Playbase’s skateboard, rollerblade and scooter Sports Program!

O’Halloran Cct, KAMBAH 0449 255 651 info@play-base.com.au

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SPORTS - HORSE RIDING GOOROMON PARK HORSE RIDING CENTRE

NO EXPERIENCE Never ridden before or Beginner Riders.

EXPERIENCED GP Beginners, Intermediate ABOVE Programs COVID

WEEKLY PROGRAMS Week 1: 11-14 APRIL Week 2 : 19-22 APRIL

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AGE: 6 - 16 Years

policies in place.

TIME: 8:45am - 4:00pm *enquire about late pick-up.

We provide BOOTS & HELMETS

COST 1 day program - $175 4 day program - $500 BYO Lunch, Morning & Afternoon tea

SAFE, FUN, QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS

info@gooromonpark.com.au - www.gooromonpark.com.au

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SPORTS - MARTIAL ARTS

Aikido for Kids

KIDS 5-8s

O’CONNOR TUGGERANONG DEAKIN

9-TEENS

Autism/Aspergers Class

Effective, practical martial art Co-operative, Fun, Non-confrontational Designed for children; age-specific training Character development Focus, Self-Confidence Conflict resolution & Anti-bullying skills [See website for locations, schedules]

MURRAY 0412413366 murray.loader@gmail.com www.canberraaikido.com.au

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SPORTS - MULTI SPORTS

Venues: Ages: Dates:

Alfred Deakin High School, DEAKIN Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN Melrose High School, PEARCE Kindergarten to Year 6 Monday 11th – Thursday 14th April 2022 Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd April 2022 Closed Friday 15th – Monday 18th April

www.kidsbizholidays.com.au For everything you need to know about: bookings, excursions, program details, enrolment forms, CCS fee reductions.

admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au 0439 927 053

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SPORTS - TENNIS

Holiday Tennis Camps Wk 1: 11 - 14 April Wk 2: 19TENNIS - 22 April CAMPS HOLIDAY JANUARY 20 to 31, 2020

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Full Day Day Sessions, Sessions, 9am 9am –– 3pm 3pm ++ Full + 5+ 5+ year year olds olds Junior +Holiday Camps Red, Orange Orange and and Green Green Ball Ball ++ Red, + Full Day Sessions, 9am – 3pm Yellow Ball Classes Classes ++ Yellow Ball Beginners Intermediate ++ Beginners + 5+ year olds –– Intermediate + $65 per day + $65 per day + Red, Orange and Green Ball

Junior Red Ball Camps HOLHAP + Morning Sessions, 9 – 10:45am REGISTER TODAY TODAY REGISTER +4 to 6 year olds tennisworld.net.au tennisworld.net.au + Red Ball only + Beginners – Intermediate + 21 to 24 and 28 to 31 Jan + 4 days $100

+ Beginners – Intermediate TENNIS WORLD WORLD CANBERRA + 20 toTENNIS 24 836 and toCANBERRA 31 Jan 1300 836 64728 tennisworld.net.au 1300 647 •• tennisworld.net.au + $60 per day + 4 days $220, 5 days $275 USE CODE, SAVE 20%

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School Holiday Tennis Camps Week 1 : 11 - 14 April 2022 NWTC & BPTC Week 2 : 19 - 22 April 2022 NWTC & BTC Pre-Tennis Launch Pad (4–7 yrs) 8.30am–11.30am Technique and Tactics (6 yrs+) 8.30am–1.00pm

Technique and Tactics Plus (8 yrs+) 8.30am–5.00pm ANZ Hot Shots Tournament Tennis 1.00pm–5.00pm

Call Frank 0438 258 624 North Woden Tennis Club (NWTC) David 0424 295 634 Bungendore Park Tennis Club(BPTC) Braidwood Tennis Club (BTC)

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Canberra Grammar - 11th, 12th & 13th April Kaleen - 20th, 21st & 22nd April For times, cost and further information please visit: www.getsettennis.com.au

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JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS

Where: A l f r e d D e a k i n H i g h S c h o o l , D E A K I N

Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN & Melrose High School, PEARCE

multiple tennis courts ● state of the art equipment ● quality coaches!

Dates: Monday 11th – Friday 22nd April 2022

Closed Friday 15 th – Monday 18th April Professional and enthusiastic tennis coaches are on hand to develop your child’s skills and confidence, regardless of their age or experience.

Full day: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Two Tennis sessions & Afternoon Major Activities) Don’t settle for any old program, try Canberra’s most comprehensive and rewarding vacation care for the all-inclusive holiday experience. admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au

For everything you need to know please visit our website:

www.kidsbizholidays.com.au

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